
ANSI 55-5 Brown Porcelain Pin Insulator




Pin Type Insulators
Product Overview
The brown glazed version of the ANSI Class 55-5 pin insulator. Within the ANSI 55 series, Class 55-5 measures 178 mm in diameter and 124 mm high with 305 mm creepage, a 159 mm dry arcing distance and a 152 mm minimum pin height. Cantilever strength is 13.6 kN at 15 kV type application voltage, and the unit weighs about 6.4 kg. The brown glaze is the finish many utilities specify for visual consistency with existing line hardware.
- ANSI 55-5
Key benefits
Why Buyers Choose This Part
- Brown glaze matching the finish already on most installed line hardware
- 305 mm creepage, the longest in the 55 series below Class 55-6
- 13.6 kN cantilever strength at 15 kV application voltage
- 130 kV positive and 150 kV negative critical impulse flashover margin
Application scenarios
Where It Is Used
- 15 kV distribution lines on ANSI pin construction
- Utilities specifying brown glaze for line-hardware consistency
- Line refurbishment matching existing 55-5 insulators
- Export projects following ANSI classes
Who it is for
Who It Suits
- Utilities standardising on ANSI Class 55-5
- Line contractors in the Americas and ANSI export markets
- Distributors stocking brown glazed pin insulators
Problems it solves
What Goes Wrong Without The Right Part
- Mixed glaze colours across a line after piecemeal replacement
- Creepage shortfalls when a smaller ANSI class is substituted
- Cantilever failures from selecting a class by voltage alone
- Sourcing brown finish rather than the default white
Technical features
How It Is Built
- ANSI Class 55-5 pin type porcelain
- Brown glaze finish
- 178 mm diameter and 124 mm height
- 305 mm creepage distance
- 159 mm dry arcing distance
- 152 mm minimum pin height
- 13.6 kN cantilever strength
- 15 kV type application voltage
- 80 kV low frequency dry and 45 kV wet flashover voltage
- 115 kV low frequency puncture voltage
- 6.4 kg approximate net weight
Specifications
Published Figures For This Product
Every value below comes from the manufacturer data for this item. Figures not listed are confirmed against the drawing before an order is placed.
| Creepage Distance | 305 mm |
|---|---|
| Dry Arcing Distance | 159 mm |
| Minimum Pin Height | 152 mm |
| Cantilever Strength | 13.6 kN |
| Type Application Voltage | 15 kV |
| Low Frequency Puncture Voltage | 115 kV |
| Approximate Net Weight | 6.4 kg |
Materials
Materials
- Brown glazed electrical porcelain
Manufacturing
Process
- Forming
- Brown glazing
- Firing
- Dimensional inspection
- Flashover and cantilever testing
Quality control
Testing
- Cantilever proof test at 13.6 kN
- Low frequency puncture test at 115 kV
- Glaze colour and finish consistency check
Certifications
Certification
- Built to ANSI Class 55-5
- ISO 9001 quality management system
Customisation
Customisation Options
- White or brown glaze as specified
- Full ANSI 55 series from 55-1 to 55-6
- Project marking on request
Comparison
How It Compares
| ANSI 55-4 | The 55-4 is smaller at 142 mm diameter with 229 mm creepage and 13.2 kV application voltage. The 55-5 gives 305 mm creepage at 15 kV for the same 13.6 kN cantilever. |
|---|---|
| ANSI 55-6 | The 55-6 goes to 213 mm diameter, 381 mm creepage and 23 kV application voltage at 8.5 kg. Step up only if the application voltage requires it. |
Use guide
Before You Order And After It Arrives
- Use a pin at least 152 mm high as the class requires
- Keep cantilever load within 13.6 kN
- Specify brown glaze on the order if colour consistency matters
- Allow for 6.4 kg per unit in pole work planning
Questions
ANSI 55-5 Brown Porcelain Pin Insulator Questions
What application voltage is Class 55-5 rated for?
15 kV type application voltage.
What is the creepage distance?
305 mm, with a 159 mm dry arcing distance.
Is brown glaze the only finish?
No. This listing is the brown glazed version. White is also produced, so state the finish with your order.
What is the minimum pin height?
152 mm.
How much does one unit weigh?
Approximately 6.4 kg.
What cantilever strength does it hold?
13.6 kN.
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